Miscellany, Apr. 18, 1960

Belt Bolt. In San Francisco, cops sought the motive behind the theft, from the Rathskeller Restaurant's historical display, of a seven-lb., forged-iron, 15th century chastity belt.

Heirline. In London, the College of Arms, ancient and august authority on the pedigree of titled British families, officially requested that test-tube babies be barred by the government from inheriting titles of nobility.

Vested Interest. In Draper, Utah, facing a firing squad, condemned Murderer James W. Rodgers was asked if he had a last request, replied: "Yes, I'd like a bulletproof vest."

Sound Effect. In Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the Rev. Jackson Burns of St. Paul's Methodist Church,...

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